“A Wellesley education prepares students for success in the world, no matter the path they choose. This year’s Alumnae Achievement Award recipients represent success amid a wonderful diversity of experiences and disciplines,” said Wellesley President H. Kim Bottomly, in a statement. “By blazing trails and for their contributions to the world, Callie, Diana, Barbara and Marilyn exemplify Wellesley’s mission and values, and they are an inspiration to future generations of Wellesley women.”

Other recipients of the award include former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, ’69, screenwriter Nora Ephron, ’62, and journalist Cokie Roberts, ‘64.